1Q27 update - Record loan originations of $536m
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21 July 2026 ASX RELEASE
1Q27 update – Record quarterly loan originations of
$536m and strong credit performance
Plenti Group Limited (Plenti) trading update for the quarter ended 30 June 2026 (1Q27).
Highlights
● Record quarterly loan originations of $536 million, up 22% on PCP and up 13% on prior
quarter, with quarterly loan origination records achieved in each lending vertical
● Record monthly loan originations in June of $221 million, up 39% on PCP and 28% on
prior record, demonstrating strong growth and comfortable scalability of operations
● Loan portfolio increased to $3.3 billion, up 23% on PCP and up 6% on prior quarter
● NAB powered by Plenti (NPBP) loan portfolio increased to $153 million, up 26% on prior
quarter, with the June daily origination run-rate up 35% on prior quarter
● Annualised net credit losses of 98bps, 68bps net of the $2.2 million debt sale impact
● 90+ day arrears remained low at 46bps at quarter end
● Appointed as an inaugural finance provider for the NSW Government’s $480 million
Home Energy Saver program
● Revenue of $84.6 million, up 16% on PCP
● Cash PBT of $10.7 million which includes $2.2 million debt sale completed in 1Q27
Commenting on the quarter, Adam Bennett, Plenti’s Chief Executive Officer said:
“Delivering record originations across all three of our lending verticals is a fantastic way to open
FY27 and our Horizon 2 strategy. Total loan originations reached $536 million, up 22% on prior
corresponding period, a result built on the strength of our purpose-built technology platform
and proprietary data and credit capability, and the strong relationships we hold with our
partners and distribution channels. June was a real highlight, with $221 million in loan
originations, up 39% on June last year and up 28% on our previous record, set only the month
prior.
The result reflects our investment in growth during 2H26 now delivering value, with extra
capacity enabling record volumes while maintaining our high operating and customer service
standards.
We’re excited about what we can achieve both operationally and strategically in FY27 and
beyond and remain focused on increasing efficiency and profitability as the loan book scales,
all while we maintain the prime credit quality that has always defined Plenti.”
Loan portfolio
Plenti’s loan portfolio increased to $3.3 billion at 30 June 2026, a 23% increase from 30 June 2025
and a 6% increase from 31 March 2026. The loan portfolio is well diversified across Plenti’s three
lending verticals, each of which delivered growth against the prior corresponding period (PCP)
and prior quarter.
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Loan originations and margins
Plenti delivered record quarterly loan originations of $536 million (including NPBP lending), up
22% on PCP and 13% on prior quarter. Originations in April were softened by the concentration
of public holidays, however demand strengthened through the rest of the quarter supported
by the usual lift in activity ahead of financial year end, particularly in automotive lending.
● Record automotive loan originations of $281 million, up 23% on PCP and up 12% on prior
quarter. Quarter-on-quarter growth was achieved in both consumer and commercial
lending, supported by the seasonal strengthening of demand in June. The NPBP product
complemented the result with 6% growth in daily originations on prior quarter and the
portfolio growing to $153 million.
● Record renewable energy loan originations of $86 million, up 77% on PCP and up 27%
on prior quarter, supported by Government incentive programs at both the Federal and
State level. The WA Residential Battery Scheme contributed meaningfully to growth, with
over 9,900 rebates processed during the quarter.
● Record personal loan originations of $168 million, up 5% on PCP and up 7% on prior
quarter. The result was underpinned by strong demand in both broker and direct
distribution channels. Ongoing technology improvements supported steady growth in
originations from repeat and cross-sell customers.
Margins
Throughout the quarter Plenti proactively managed the trade-off between originations and
margins across our diverse product mix as competitive dynamics in our key markets evolved.
Net interest margins on new loan originations were slightly lower than the prior quarter at ~5.3%,
largely driven by a shift in product mix given the very strong originations growth in the Auto
and Renewable verticals, as well as usual market financial year-end promotions.
Credit performance
Annualised net credit losses excluding the impact of a debt sale were 98bps, broadly in line with
the 94bps in PCP and 96bps in the prior quarter. 90+ day arrears were 46bps at the end of the
quarter, down from 49bps at the end of PCP but up modestly from 42bps at the end of the prior
quarter.
The loan portfolio’s weighted average Equifax credit score remained stable at 851 at the end of
1Q27, reflecting Plenti’s disciplined approach to credit and continued focus on lending to prime
credit customers.
While Plenti remains alert to the geopolitical and macroeconomic environment, the granularity
and diversification of our prime loan portfolio – with no single exposure greater than $300,000
across automotive, renewable energy and personal lending – reflects prudent risk management
and supports resilience through the cycle.
Profitability
Plenti has chosen to disclose profitability this quarter due to the material receipt of $2.2 million
in net proceeds from a debt sale. Plenti has a track record for executing debt sales from time to
time.
Plenti’s preferred metric for managing its business and measuring its profitability performance
is Cash PBT. It removes the unrealised credit losses of the IFRS Expected Credit Loss (ECL)
provision and only recognises the realised credit losses incurred in the period. It is a better
reflection of underlying trading profitability that is not being masked by growth driven
provisioning.
Plenti achieved Cash PBT of $10.7 million and statutory PBT of $6.6 million. Statutory PBT is after
deducting ECL provision expense ($3.1m), share-based payments ($0.9m) and depreciation and
amortisation (ex leases) ($0.1m).
FY27 objectives
Plenti has had a record start to the year for originations. Costs are well controlled and credit
performance continues to be stable. As a result Plenti remains on track to deliver the objectives
for the year to 31 March 2027.
Priority FY27 objective
Growth - To build on loan origination growth momentum and exit FY27 having
achieved a $600m/quarter
Profitability - Continue to drive meaningful Cash PBT growth
Efficiency - Cost to net margin below 55%
Further information
All numbers in this release are preliminary and unaudited. This release was approved by the
Plenti Board of Directors.
For more information please contact:
Adam Bennett
Chief Executive Officer
shareholders@plenti.com.au
Selena Verth
Chief Financial Officer
shareholders@plenti.com.au
About Plenti
Plenti (ASX: PLT) is a high-growth, profitable and cash generative digital lender with a $3bn+ prime consumer and
commercial loan portfolio. Plenti provides faster, fairer loans by leveraging smart technology. We offer award-winning
automotive, renewable energy and personal loans, delivered through our proprietary technology, to help
creditworthy borrowers bring their big ideas to life.
Since Plenti’s establishment in 2014, loan originations have grown consistently, supported by diversified loan
products, distribution channels and funding, and underpinned by exceptional credit performance and continual
innovation.
For more information visit plenti.com.au/shareholders.
Appendix – Historical key metrics1
1Q26 2Q26 3Q26 4Q26 1Q27 VPCP% VPQ%
Loan originations ($m) 437 475 480 475 536 22% 13%
Automotive 229 264 250 251 281 23% 12%
Renewable energy 49 57 65 68 86 77% 27%
Personal 160 154 165 157 168 5% 7%
Loan portfolio ($m) 2,679 2,832 2,980 3,106 3,282 23% 6%
Automotive 1,514 1,617 1,704 1,779 1,881 24% 6%
Renewable energy 356 376 401 427 470 32% 10%
Personal 809 839 875 900 932 15% 4%
Annualised net credit losses2
(%) 0.94% 0.94% 0.91% 0.96% 0.68%3
(0.26)% (0.28)%
90+ day arrears2
(%) 0.49% 0.35% 0.41% 0.42% 0.46% (0.03)% 0.04%
Portfolio Equifax credit score 847 849 849 850 851 - -
Revenue ($m) 73.3 76.3 79.9 82.8 84.6 16% 2%
1. All figures are unaudited. Plenti loan portfolio and origination numbers include NPBP automotive loans
2. Credit risk metrics exclude NPBP portfolio in the denominator as these loans are held on NAB’s balance sheet,
with Plenti bearing no credit risk
3. Annualised net credit losses in 1Q27 benefited from a debt sale completed during the quarter; excluding this,
losses were 98 basis points
Cash PBT restatement
Cash PBT is Plenti’s preferred metric for managing its business and measuring profitability. This
is a non-IFRS measure. Upon review of the adjustments to statutory PBT, full depreciation &
amortisation was added back which removed the impact of leases. This has been adjusted to
take into account leases.
$m 1H23 2H23 1H24 2H24 1H25 2H25 1H26 2H26
Statutory PBT (5.0) (9.7) (2.5) (9.1) 5.2 1.6 12.1 5.8
Add: ECL provision expense 4.2 10.1 1.5 11.5 (1.7) 4.4 (0.7) 8.3
Add: Share-based payments 1.4 1.9 1.8 1.4 1.5 1.7 1.8 1.8
Add: Depreciation & amortisation 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8
Cash PBT (prior disclosure) 1.4 3.1 1.5 4.6 5.7 8.5 14.1 16.7
Less: Depreciation & amortisation
(leases)
(0.5) (0.5) (0.5) (0.5) (0.5) (0.5) (0.5) (0.6)
Restated Cash PBT 0.9 2.6 1.0 4.1 5.2 7.9 13.5 16.1
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